Gifts I Gave for Christmas

In 2023, I decided to take a different approach to Christmas gifting. Since I'm passionate about supporting second-hand and local shopping, most of the gifts I gave last year were either thrifted, locally sourced, or handmade. While I didn't list everything, I chose to share some of the highlights. Looking back, I think the gifts I selected last year were some of my absolute favorites. I hope this gives inspiration for some unique Christmas gifts.

This was my grandmother's china pattern. My mom has slowly been trying to collect the set. The plates are extremely hard to find, so I looked for months and by Christmas I was able to find her a set of 6 plates.

We have friends who live here and love Savannah. I visited several different antique stores around town looking for a piece of art that reflected Savannah. I loved this one of Bethesda specifically because in college he was involved in fundraising for their school.

I promised one of my friends years ago that I would draw her a picture of her sweet dog. Unfortunately I procrastinated since this was while I was in college and it got away from me. I finished it this year as her Christmas gift. 

My sister wanted a pink coat. Pink has always been her favorite color so I found her, second-hand, a coat that I have in pink.

Lastly, I picked up some delightful local treats from around Savannah as gifts for several people. I love the idea of gifting food items, especially when you know someone's taste. It's a thoughtful and practical present - they can enjoy the delicious treats, savor the moment, and not worry about finding a permanent place for it afterward.

Thanks for reading!

Lauren